SB2022091454 - Information disclosure in Cortex XDR Agent for Windows



SB2022091454 - Information disclosure in Cortex XDR Agent for Windows

Published: September 14, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022091454
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Link following (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-0029)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following within the Cortex XDR agent when generating a tech support file. A local user can create a specially crafted symbolic link and gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.